Samsung Galaxy S23 UltravsXiaomi Redmi K50

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Galaxy S23 Ultra
Processor:Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2 ( 3,36 GHz)
RAM:8GB
Storage:256GB

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra offers respectable and reliable battery life, suitable for moderate to heavy use patterns.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra boasts an exceptionally bright, vibrant, and color-accurate Dynamic AMOLED display.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra's camera delivers exceptional image quality and impressive video capabilities overall.
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra boasts impressive performance, offering lightning-fast speeds and seamless multitasking with ease.
Xiaomi
Xiaomi Redmi K50
Redmi K50
Processor:MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Max
RAM:8GB
Storage:128GB

Quick Stats

The Xiaomi Redmi K50's battery life is disappointing, lasting around 4-5 hours with heavy use, a major letdown.
The Xiaomi Redmi K50's high-quality AMOLED display is its standout feature, offering a smooth viewing experience with vibrant colors.
The Xiaomi Redmi K50's camera is a major letdown due to poor low-light performance and unnatural results.
The Xiaomi Redmi K50 delivers mixed results, with decent performance for gaming and multitasking being its strongest aspect.
Key Differences

Processor Speed

Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
3.36 GHz
Xiaomi Redmi K50
2.85 GHz

RAM

Tie
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
8GB
Xiaomi Redmi K50
8GB

Storage

Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
256GB
Xiaomi Redmi K50
128GB

Weight

Winner
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
233g
Xiaomi Redmi K50
201g
Rank
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Winner
#21
Xiaomi Redmi K50
#315
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
#210
Winner
Xiaomi Redmi K50
#277
Design
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
#83
Winner
Xiaomi Redmi K50
#709
Display
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
#288
Xiaomi Redmi K50
#89
Winner
Performance
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
#96
Winner
Xiaomi Redmi K50
#306
Battery
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
#86
Winner
Xiaomi Redmi K50
#147
Camera
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
#8
Winner
Xiaomi Redmi K50
#519
item_phones_categoryId
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
#1
Tie
Xiaomi Redmi K50
#1
Tie

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Xiaomi Xiaomi Redmi K50
Model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen2 ( 3,36 GHz)
MediaTek Dimensity 8100 Max
CPU
1x3.36GHz Cortex, X3 + 4x2.8 GHz Cortex, A715 + 3x2.02 GHz Cortex, A510
4x Cortex, A78 2.85 GHz + 4x Cortex, A55 2.0 GHz
Type
Octa-Core
Octa-Core
Nanometer
4
5
Frequency
3.36
2.85
64 Bits
Yes
Yes
GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 740
Mali-G610 MC6
RAM
8
8
Type
RAM LPDDR5X
RAM LPDDR5
Capacity
256
128
Type
UFS Storage 4.0
UFS Storage 3.1
SD slot
No
No
Fingerprint security
Yes, in screen
Yes, on the side
Fingerprint sensor
Yes
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
N/A
Light sensor
Yes
Yes
Accelerometer sensor
Yes
Yes
Compass sensor
Yes
Yes
Gyroscope sensor
Yes
Yes
Barometer sensor
Yes
N/A
Gravity sensor
Yes
N/A
RGB sensor
N/A
Yes
Hall sensor
Yes
N/A
Geomagnetic sensor
Yes
N/A
Ultrasonic proximity virtual sensor
N/A
Yes
Audio
Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancellation microphone, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio, Stereo Speakers, 2 microphones
Antutu Score
1521862
824926
Antutu Version
Antutu v10
Antutu v10
Antutu Standing
Overall performance better than 94% of devices
Overall performance better than 84% of devices
Cooling system
No
Yes
Gaming buttons
No
No
Extras
N/A
Super large VC liquid-cooled heat dissipation 3950 mm2

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

Strengths

The Galaxy S23 Ultra features a new Cutting-Edge main camera that's one of the best out there.
With its improved battery life, you can enjoy your device for longer periods without worrying about running out of juice.
The phone is powered by a more powerful chipset, ensuring seamless performance and smooth multitasking.
You get all the features that made last year's Ultra so good, including 8K video capture at 30fps and electronic stabilization on all cameras.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra has a new 12 megapixel selfie cam with autofocus, which is great for self-portraits.
The device supports 4K videos from the main camera, which look sharp and detailed with good dynamic range and colors.
The phone also features auto night shot processing, which preserves details in low-light conditions.

Weaknesses

None of these upgrades are exactly game-changing, making it hard to see people upgrading from last year's model.
The dedicated night mode on the telephoto camera can sometimes produce artificial-looking results.
Low-light performance with the 10 times telephoto camera is a bit less reliable and produces noisy images.
Nighttime videos from the ultrawide cam are decent but lack sharpness and detail compared to other cameras.
Some users might find it expensive compared to last year's model, despite its improved features.

Xiaomi Redmi K50

Strengths

The display is great, with high refresh rate gaming performance, even if Asphalt 9 hasn't adapted to it.
Battery life for gaming and everyday use is good, with up to 8 hours of screen time.
The camera takes phenomenal daytime photos with high dynamic range and detail.
The phone has great speakers that are perfect for music and gaming.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is an impressive smartphone that builds upon last year's model with improved features and capabilities. The device boasts a powerful chipset, which provides a seamless user experience and enhances overall performance. The battery life has also seen an improvement, making it suitable for heavy users. One of the standout features of the S23 Ultra is its new, cutting-edge main camera. With advanced technology and a high-resolution sensor, this camera delivers some of the best image quality in the market. Whether you're taking photos or videos, the results are consistently impressive, with excellent detail, minimal noise, and well-preserved colors. The camera system as a whole offers a wide range of capabilities, including 8K video capture at 30fps, which is a notable upgrade over last year's model. The device also features electronic image stabilization across all cameras, ensuring smooth footage even in low-light conditions. While the S23 Ultra doesn't necessarily bring any groundbreaking new features to the table, it does refine and improve upon existing ones, making it an excellent choice for those who want the best smartphone experience available today. Overall, the Galaxy S23 Ultra is a top-notch device that offers exceptional performance, camera capabilities, and battery life, making it a solid recommendation for anyone in the market for a new smartphone.

Xiaomi Redmi K50

I recently had the opportunity to try out the Xiaomi Redmi K50, and unfortunately, my experience was underwhelming. Despite its impressive specs on paper, this phone failed to deliver in several key areas. The camera performance was abysmal, especially in low-light conditions. The sensor size is decent, but it seems that the software is not optimized to extract the best from it. Daytime photos are okay, but nowhere near as good as what I've seen on other phones with similar cameras. The gaming experience was actually quite enjoyable, thanks to the phone's powerful processor and snappy performance. However, only a few games, like Asphalt 9, have adapted to take full advantage of the phone's high refresh rate capabilities. Battery life is decent for general use, but drops significantly when gaming or using resource-intensive apps. The display is nice, and the speakers are quite good, making it enjoyable to watch videos or listen to music on this phone. My biggest disappointment lies in the camera performance, which I believe is a software issue rather than a hardware one. For a phone priced around $500-$600, there are better options available that offer superior camera capabilities. If you're a gamer and don't mind a mediocre camera experience, then the Redmi K50 might be worth considering. However, if you prioritize taking good photos or have high expectations for your camera, I would suggest looking elsewhere. There are simply better phones on the market that offer more value for the price.

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